While Simmons' attacking output has not been as high, the Australian's defensive efforts have earned praise.

Simmons impressed the 76ers with his defense on Raptors star Kawhi Leonard and James Ennis said: "He played hard defense, he gave Kawhi a good challenge.

"Kawhi's a top-five player in the NBA [and] he doesn't miss often. Since Ben's been on him, he's been making Kawhi work a lot. Ben's going to find his rhythm. Next game you'll see Ben come in to his own."

The series returns to Toronto for Game 5 on Tuesday and as the 76ers eye their first Conference finals appearance since 2001, Simmons added: "Mentality stays the same: get out there and get a win.

"You never let the highs get too high or the lows get too low. It's onto the next game. We still have an amazing opportunity to go to the Eastern Conference championship, get to the NBA Finals. We are looking forward to it."